Course Description
This course is required for all Able Seamen upgrading to 3rd/2nd Mate. It utilizes full mission simulation to reinforce theoretical lessons. Students practice turning circles and stopping distance in deep and shallow water, man overboard procedures and basic anchoring.
Course Subjects
- General Principles
- Turning Circle and Stopping Distance

- Effects of Wind and Current
- Maneuvering for Man Overboard
- Shallow Water Effects
- Anchoring and Mooring
- Steering Control Systems
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